Overview
This role is for a senior attorney position focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The organization is seeking accomplished senior attorneys who can independently handle high-stakes matters, lead with confidence in court, and provide strategic guidance to less experienced attorneys.
Note: An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop case themes aimed at countering opposing narratives in pursuit of favorable outcomes
- Refuse to accept mediocrity; set and maintain high standards in all aspects of representation
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Work collaboratively with attorneys across experience levels
- Conduct routine communications with clients
- Cultivate relationships with current and future clients
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved school
- Must be licensed in your state
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
- Experience with time management systems
- Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
- Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Insurance defense experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $150,000 - $200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
- 401(k) with 100% match on the first 3% contributed, and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm: $100–$200/month
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement: $60
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs (Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative)
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
- Texas (active bar license in the State of Texas required)
- Office, hybrid, or remote options available
Equal Opportunity Employer
The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
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